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2024 was a roller-coaster of a year in EV-land.
While electric car sales decelerated somewhat, EV market share continued to grow.
Ford, Rivian, GM, Volvo, Polestar, and Nissan EVs all gained Supercharger access in 2024.
Now dont get me wrong: this is an extremely competent electric SUV with solid pricing and range.
But thats where the similarities end.
Thats exciting in a different way.
Kia EV9 GT
TheKia EV9is a fantastic electric three-row SUV that sold like hotcakes in 2024.
And thats no surprise: it delivers 80% of the Rivian R1S experience for $12,000 less.
While its less capable off-road, it offers more room in the third row.
The EV9 is sharp and modern outside, plus quiet and comfortable inside.
Its pleasant to drive and delivers impressive performance for its size.
Oh, and it charges really fast thanks to its 800-volt architecture.
Now take all this EV9 goodness, and give it the GT treatment, ie.
Now imagine an electric three-row SUV with this formula.
Thats whats coming in 2025 with the EV9 GT.
Hide your children youve been warned.
And, if thePolestar 2BST (beast) Edition is any indication, it will also handle extremely well.
And, if the excellent Polestar 3 is any indication, the Polestar 4 should be worth the wait.
So it was only a matter of time until the Model Y received a similar treatment.
Standout features include a sound bar instead of multiple speakers, and a center-mounted glove box.
And while the EX30 is affordable, it doesnt sacrifice comfort or performance.
Its fun to drive not to mention quick (0-60mph in 3.4s).
You also get Volvos supremely comfortable seats and a quiet, airy cabin.
In the short term, this means that electric cars are likely to cost more.
Longer term, this might force auto manufacturers to be more competitive with EV pricing.
It will be interesting to see if this trend continues.
